Mandhana's 56 not out carries India women to 122/3 against England at lunch

Smriti Mandhana scored an unbeaten 56 to help India reach 122/3 against England during the first session of a one-off Women's Test match. Despite losing early wickets, Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues stabilized the innings with a strong partnership.
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This covers a significant international sporting event in women's cricket, reflecting the growing profile of the sport.
Smriti Mandhana struck an aggressive unbeaten 56 as India overcame regular jolts to post 122 for three against England at lunch on the opening day of the one-off Women’s Test here on Friday (July 10, 2026).
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